Associated Press (WBAP/KLIF) – Joe Biden has continued his surge toward the Democratic presidential nomination with wins in Illinois and Arizona and a dominating victory in Florida, the largest delegate prize of the night. Biden’s momentum considering Tuesday’s primaries is undeniable. That puts pressure on Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders to reconsider his campaign. Sanders’ campaign…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF News) — School boards in multiple North Texas districts have decided to continue to pay employees while schools are shut down to stop the spread of COVID-19. According to CBS districts in Dallas, Fort Worth, Midlothian and Cedar Hill have informed teachers and other employees, including substitutes, salaried, hourly and auxiliary workers that…… MORE
Ellis County, TX (WBAP/KLIF) – Ellis County has it’s first presumptive positive coronavirus patient A Maypearl woman in her 70s showed signs of the illness after going to a hospital to get tested for a stroke. It’s believed to be a case of community spread, as the patient has no former travel history; she’s isolated…… MORE
Dallas-Fort Worth (WBAP/KLIF) – Heavy rain and thunderstorms is cause major traffic accidents and slow downs for drivers this morning. Be aware of possible ponding on roadways, TxDOT had reports of multiple roadways being affected, including 35E, Interstate 20, Interstate 30, Loop 12, Northwest Highway and State Highways 114 and 183. The best…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) FORT WORTH, TX — Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price has announced tighter restrictions to fight the spread of COVID-19. A day after announcing a limit of 125 patrons at bars and restaurants, Price says beginning Wednesday the city will enact more stringent guidelines, including that all restaurants and bars be restricted to drive-thru, delivery, or…… MORE
(WBAP/KLIF) ARLINGTON, TX — The state of Texas now has two deaths related to COVID-19 and the first in North Texas. Tarrant County Public Health has confirmed that Pat James of Arlington died, Sunday, of the Coronavirus. The 77 year old was a resident of the Texas Masonic Retirement Center in Arlington. Greg Brandt says…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Dallas ISD Officials say a student at J-L Long Middle School has tested positive for the Coronavirus. In a letter sent to parents, J-L Long Principal Chandra Barnett says the student was seen by a nurse Friday before Spring Break and fortunately the student is at home and is doing well. She states the Dallas County…… MORE
NEW YORK (AP) – Stocks rallied Tuesday as President Donald Trump promised he’s “going big” with plans to prop up the economy through the coronavirus outbreak. The White House’s proposal could approach $1 trillion. A growing number of investors sees a recession as likely if not already here. The Federal Reserve also announced its latest…… MORE
AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Governor Greg Abbott activated the Texas National Guard on Tuesday to be prepared to assist with response efforts for COVID-19. “By activating the Texas National Guard, we are ensuring Texas is prepared as we continue to mitigate the spread of COVID-19,” said Governor Abbott. “I am grateful to the men and women…… MORE
DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF)- Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) reported nine additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dallas County. Local public laboratories are no longer required to send “presumptive positive” samples to the CDC for confirmation. Respiratory samples positive for COVID-19 in a public health laboratory will be considered “positive” with no…… MORE
